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Montez Sweat Returns After PED Suspension
29 Oct
Summary
- Defensive end Montez Sweat returns after a two-game suspension.
- Sweat was suspended for violating the NFL's performance-enhancing drug policy.
- He apologized to teammates and fans, stating he did not intentionally cheat.
Chicago Bears defensive end Montez Sweat is set to rejoin his team following a two-game suspension. The suspension was imposed due to a violation of the NFL's policy on performance-enhancing drugs. Sweat, who is 30 years old, stated that the positive test result was a surprise and did not specify the substance involved.
He conveyed his apologies to both his teammates and the Bears' fan base, assuring them that he has never intentionally engaged in cheating the sport. Sweat acknowledged that this situation will remain a part of his career narrative moving forward. The suspension meant missing matchups against the Atlanta Falcons and New England Patriots.
During Sweat's absence, the Chicago Bears achieved victories in both games, highlighting a strong 'next-man-up' mentality. Sweat expressed that the most difficult aspect of the suspension was facing his coach, Ben Johnson, after actions detrimental to the team. He is now eager to be back in the building and reconnect with his teammates, which he missed the most.
Sweat, a Pro Bowler, is in his eighth NFL season and fourth with the Bears, having been acquired from the Washington Commanders during the 2023 season. He signed a significant four-year, $98 million contract extension with Chicago shortly after the trade. In his NFL career, Sweat has recorded 59 sacks across 114 games with both the Commanders and Bears. He will return for the Bears' road game against the Seattle Seahawks on Monday night.
